The Ministry of Health is responsible for the management of the healthcare delivery system, and oversees the provision of preventive, rehabilitative, and curative healthcare services in Saudi Arabia. The government is expected to encourage private-sector participation in the delivery of healthcare services between 2012 and 2015. Healthcare information systems is given priority in the Ninth Development Plan (2012-2015). Healthcare reforms, and increased investment in the modernization of healthcare facilities are likely to increase the demand for pharmaceuticals and medical equipment.

The Ministry of Health is responsible for the management of the healthcare delivery system, and oversees the provision of preventive, rehabilitative, and curative healthcare services in Saudi Arabia. The government is expected to encourage private-sector participation in the delivery of healthcare services between 2012 and 2015. Healthcare information systems is given priority in the Ninth Development Plan (2012-2015). Healthcare reforms, and increased investment in the modernization of healthcare facilities are likely to increase the demand for pharmaceuticals and medical equipment. Read Less

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Economic 360 for Saudi Arabia, Economic 360 for Saudi Arabia: Growth Prospects for the Healthcare IndustrySaudi Arabia: Country Trends and Emerging Opportunities in the Healthcare IndustryEconomic Perspective and Growth Prospects in the Healthcare Industry